CORTOPIN Cream Ref.[49773] Active ingredients: Hydrocortisone

Source: Health Products Regulatory Authority (IE)  Revision Year: 2016  Publisher: Pinewood Laboratories Ltd., Ballymacarbry, Clonmel, Co Tipperary, Ireland

4.1. Therapeutic indications

It can be used to treat contact and allergic dermatitis irritant, insect bite reactions and mild to moderate eczema.

4.2. Posology and method of administration

For topical use.

Adults and children over 12 years

For use on the skin only. Hands should be washed before and after use. Apply sparingly once or twice a day to the affected area, or as directed by the physician. Do not use for more than 7 days.

Children

Do not use on children under 12 years of age unless under medical supervision. If symptoms persist consult your doctor.

Do not use on the anal or genital region, or on broken or infected skin.

Do not use on the face except if the doctor has advised you. Do not get the cream in your eyes

4.9. Overdose

Topically applied corticosteroids can be absorbed in sufficient amounts to produce systemic effects. If accidental ingestion of large quantities of the product occurs, an appropriate method of gastric emptying may be used if considered necessary.

6.3. Shelf life

3 years.

6.4. Special precautions for storage

Do not store above 25°C.

Keep the container tightly closed.

6.5. Nature and contents of container

Aluminium tube with polypropylene cap.

Pack size 30g, 100g and 400g – as a prescription-only medicine.

Pack size 15g – for over the counter sale through pharmacies only for indications stated on the label.

Not all pack sizes may be marketed.

6.6. Special precautions for disposal and other handling

No special requirements.

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